I’m looking to buy the Ford focus with 100k miles and in good condition for 3,000 is this worth it?
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No, the automatic transmissions in those cars are not reliable. Some people had to wait over a year for parts because they were so back-ordered. The parts couldn’t keep up with all the broken transmissions.
Mazdas in a similar price range generally have better-built transmissions and nicer interiors, in my opinion. If you really want a Focus in that body style, consider learning to drive a manual transmission instead.
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Even if you only drive for 30 minutes a day a few times a week??
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The amount you drive doesn’t matter with the DCT.lol
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free advise, just avoid t at all cost 
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that’s a big NO from my side
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I’m close to 130,000 miles. I replaced the clutch for $1,800, and I’ll probably get the TCM (Transmission Control Module) replaced at the dealer because it’s acting up. I get one replacement for it. I think it will work fine after that. I’d ask if the TCM has been replaced. My issues started at 110,000 miles. Other than that, the car is in great shape.
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Don’t even think about that for even a sec